Main Parade
The main parade begins immediately following the kiddie parade. All entries must enter the lineup at 7th Street and US Highway 12. Lineup runs from the corner of Mooers Avenue and 7th Street East to US Highway 12. For more information about the main parade, contact the Cokato Corn Carnival.
Click here for a map of the parade route.
Click here for a map of the parade route.
Click Here for the 2025 parade registration form. Parade registration closes Monday July 28th.
Cokato Chamber of Commerce Float Contest
New this year is a float contest for Cokato Chamber members! Parade viewers along the route will be able to voet for their fan favorite Chamber float via a link in the parade program. Winners will be announced on social media after voting has closed Monday evening.
Cokato Chamber of Commerce Float Contest
New this year is a float contest for Cokato Chamber members! Parade viewers along the route will be able to voet for their fan favorite Chamber float via a link in the parade program. Winners will be announced on social media after voting has closed Monday evening.
Kiddie Parade
The Corn Carnival Kiddie Parade begins at 6:00pm with sign-up starting at 5:30pm at the corner of Broadway Avenue and 7th Street East. No entry form is needed for the kiddie parade. Entries are encouraged to be as creative as they wish along with dressing in family friendly costumes. Please note: no motorized vehicles or commercial entries are allowed in the kiddie parade. Participants will walk along the main parade route with the main parade to follow. Treats will be given to those who participate in the kiddie parade. The event is sponsored by Dassel-Cokato Early Childhood. If you have any questions about the kiddie parade, please call the DC Early Childhood office at 320-286-4120.
